Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh

06/30/2025By: Tasnim.h

Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, the prominent Palestinian–Jordanian businessman • Talal Abu-Ghazaleh was born on April 22, 1938, in Jaffa, Palestine. His family was displaced to Lebanon following the events of 1948. • He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the American University of Beirut in 1960.

💼 Career and Organizations

• In 1972, he founded the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAG-Org), which has grown into a global group offering services in accounting, intellectual property, information technology, education, and translation, with over 100 offices worldwide. • He spearheaded the creation of technical and accounting dictionaries in Arabic to meet regional knowledge demands. • In 2006, he helped establish the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Graduate School of Business (TAGSB) in cooperation with the German-Jordanian University, offering international Master’s programs in accounting and quality management.

🏆 Awards and Honors

• He received several prestigious honors, including Chevalier de la Légion d'honneur from France in 1985, the Order of the Republic of Tunisia, and the Order of Independence of Jordan. • He was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award in the UAE (2008) and has been recognized with titles such as "Arab Pioneer in Intellectual Property" and "ICT Personality of the Year."

🌐 International Roles and Standing

• He has chaired the Arab Society of Certified Accountants (IASCA) since the mid-1980s, which holds consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). • He has partnered with international organizations such as the UN, World Trade Organization, and World Intellectual Property Organization.

📚 Scientific and Educational Initiatives

• Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh has published numerous specialized dictionaries and references in accounting, intellectual property, and IT since the late 1970s. • He has supported cultural and musical initiatives, such as TAGO Golden Concerts in London, and contributed to various global festivals.

📝 Conclusion

Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh is one of the most influential figures in the Arab world in business, education, and knowledge dissemination. He has combined professional leadership with cultural advocacy and left a rich legacy in economic development and educational reform, celebrated internationally.

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